About this role
Job summary
We are looking for theatre practitioner roles with experience in Gynae, oral surgery, ophthalmology and orthopaedics, ideally with experience across the peri-operative process in more than one area
If you are enthusiastic, motivated and looking for an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team of dedicated staff then this unique opportunity to work in a new specialist elective surgical hospital in the beautiful county of Cornwall could be for you! Experience of working in an operating department is desirable but not essential. Full training and support will be given and we offer many opportunities for further career progression.
You will be working with multi-disciplinary colleagues as a member of the core theatre team.
This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.
This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the provision of skilled and knowledgeable assistance to operating surgeons and surgical teams during the full intraoperative pathway. Delivering high quality patient care with the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of individual programs of care. They are expected to take delegated responsibility in a given shift for a surgical operating list and a group of patients.
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of high quality care and the management of patients during procedures performed under general, regional and local anaesthetic. The post holder will be expected to have a wide range of surgical skills scrub skills and specialty based knowledge to support surgical practice in a multi-specialty environment.
The post holder will be required to develop knowledge and skills in the use of specialist equipment and potentially provide support to areas outside their base operating department in the safe and effective delivery of surgical procedures.
Individual practitioners will be required to participate in a full rostered rota.
The Royal Cornwall Trust is spread across four sites; the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro, West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance and St Michaels' Hospital in Hayle, and the new Surgical Hub in St Austell, where you will be based. It has two day case operating theatres and is home to a mixed speciality.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:
Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro St Michael's Hospital in Hayle West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.
We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.
Job description Job responsibilities
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We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Theatres Experience Essential
Previous Theatre Experience Previous scrub experience in required specialties
Desirable
Relevant Theatre extended roles - BLS, Cell salvage, ILS,
Qualifications Essential
On the NMC / HCPC register
Desirable
Current qualification at diploma / degree level or working towards
Experience Essential
Theatre Experience Practice Previous scrub experience in required specialties
Desirable
Experience of working within surgical specialities
Skills Essential
BLS
Desirable
ILS
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
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Employer details Employer name Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address St Austell Hospital
Porthpean Road
St Austell
PL266AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)